Justin Garrison
Mount Vernon ,United States
Summary
Dynamic and reliable professional with a clean driving record and extensive experience at Walgreen's Distribution Center. Proven ability in route planning and customer service, consistently delivering goods on time. Skilled in vehicle maintenance and safety protocols, ensuring high standards and customer satisfaction. Adaptable and committed to excellence in all tasks.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Full Case Order Pick Driver
Walgreen's Distribution Center
02.2008 - Current
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
Mechanic on the Side for Friends and Family
Self Employed
03.1997 - Current
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Maximized engine efficiency with routine tune-ups, oil changes, and filter replacements.
- Reduced downtime for clients by efficiently completing maintenance tasks and repairs on time.
- Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.
- Upheld quality control standards for all completed work, ensuring each vehicle left the shop operating at peak performance.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Enhanced vehicle longevity through meticulous attention to preventive maintenance tasks such as fluid checks, belt replacements, and battery testing.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt diagnosis and resolution of complex mechanical issues.
- Streamlined repair processes by maintaining a well-organized and clean workspace, contributing to increased productivity.
- Diagnosed electrical problems using advanced diagnostic tools; repaired or replaced faulty wiring harnesses as needed for optimal functionality.
- Increased tire lifespan by accurately aligning wheels, balancing tires, and performing rotations as needed.
- Raised safety standards for vehicles by performing comprehensive brake system repairs and replacements.
- Calculated costs of materials and labor to prepair detailed repair estimates.
- Resolved electrical issues to enhance vehicle functionality and user experience.
- Improved engine performance with advanced tuning and modifications.
- Diagnosed complex engine issues to restore vehicle performance, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Increased vehicle reliability by conducting regular maintenance and thorough inspections.
- Reduced downtime for clients, swiftly identifying and addressing mechanical faults.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
Owner/Operator
D-Man Towing and Recovery
06.2012 - 05.2015
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
Cutting Torch Operator
Shapiro Brothers Now Milanos
08.2006 - 02.2008
- Reduced material waste by accurately calculating and marking necessary cuts for optimal use of available resources.
- Collaborated closely with team members to ensure seamless workflow, improving overall project outcomes.
- Decreased job-related injuries by strictly adhering to safety protocols during all stages of the cutting process.
- Contributed to a timely project completion by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of productivity as a Cutting Torch Operator.
Oil Change Technician
King City Chrysler
05.2004 - 08.2006
- Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
- Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.
- Checked fluids, tires, brakes, and other systems as part of Number-point inspection.
- Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
- Dismounted and mounted tires to perform air checks, rotations, and rebalances.
- Minimized errors by double-checking all work before releasing vehicles back to clients, ensuring their safety and long-term reliability.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
- Identified additional revenue opportunities by thoroughly inspecting vehicles during oil changes, recommending necessary services or repairs based on findings.
- Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and thorough oil changes in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to complete complex jobs efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to customer schedules.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat customers by offering personalized service experiences tailored to their individual needs.
Education
Automotive Engineering And Welding
Mt Vernon Township Highschool
Mt Vernon Illinois 2002
Skills
- Time management
- Valid Driver's license
- Customer service
- Clean driving record
- Problem-solving
- Safe driving practices
- Punctual and reliable
- City and non-city driving
- Flexible schedule
- Punctuality
- GPS and route planning
- Loading and unloading
- Safety protocols
- Vehicle inspection
- Defensive driving
- Route planning
- Driving in adverse conditions
- Navigational systems and GPS
- Vehicle inspections
- Safety management
- Route management
- Transportation
- Traffic law observation
- Vehicle maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Inclement weather driving
- Relationship building
- Accident prevention
- Adaptable driving techniques
- Schedule management
- Basic vehicle repairs
- Heavy lifting
- Fuel efficiency
- Order picking and processing
- Route determination
- Equipment monitoring
- Materials transport
- Shipping and packaging
- Appointment scheduling
- Attention to detail
- Processes and procedures
- Team building
- Friendly and outgoing
- Verbal and written communication
- Map reading
- Physical stamina
- Traffic laws
- Patience and tact
- Emergency response
- Confidentiality
- Basic vehicle maintenance
- Driving and transportation
- Delivery pickup
- Load securing
- Daily logging
- Safe driving techniques
- Maintenance and repair
- Load monitoring
- Continuous improvement
- Multitasking Abilities
- Self motivation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Transportation regulations
- Multitasking
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Cargo loading
- Decision-making
- Active listening
- Reliability
- Accident reporting
- Task prioritization
- Written communication
Timeline
Owner/Operator
D-Man Towing and Recovery
06.2012 - 05.2015
Full Case Order Pick Driver
Walgreen's Distribution Center
02.2008 - Current
Cutting Torch Operator
Shapiro Brothers Now Milanos
08.2006 - 02.2008
Oil Change Technician
King City Chrysler
05.2004 - 08.2006
Mechanic on the Side for Friends and Family
Self Employed
03.1997 - Current
Automotive Engineering And Welding
Mt Vernon Township Highschool
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